Abild Dam, located in Carlisle, Iowa, was completed in 1967 by the USDA NRCS and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond storage. This private earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet with a length of 640 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 113 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and has a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating.

The dam is situated on TR-Middle South Creek, within the Rock Island District, and is owned and operated by a private entity. The structure has not been inspected since July 1977, and its condition is currently not rated. Despite its age, the dam continues to provide essential services while contributing to water resource management in the area. Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of infrastructure and environmental conservation would find Abild Dam an intriguing case study in dam construction and management practices.